British Gypsum’s plaster and plasterboard plant in Kirkby Thore, Cumbria has been given silver World Class Manufacturing (WCM) status. The plant achieved an impressive 62 points to earn the WCM silver award during a recent review, which was carried out by representatives from global parent company, Saint-Gobain. The scheme uses a points-based system to excellence in World Class Manufacturing. … [Read more...]
British Gypsum Extends Glasroc H TILEBACKER Range
British Gypsum has extended its Glasroc H TILEBACKER range, meaning installers can now achieve a perfect ready-to-tile surface for both floors and walls. Following the introduction of Glasroc H TILEBACKER in a 6mm format, the pre-primed board range is now available as a whole room solution. “We launched Glasroc H TILEBACKER in 2011 and following great feedback from customers, we’ve decided to … [Read more...]
Knauf GIFAfloor Takes Access Flooring To Another Level
Immensely strong and versatile, Knauf GIFAfloor systems are ideal for raised floor areas requiring continuous or hard finishes such as stone or large format porcelain. A perfect substitute for screed, they also remove a wet trade from site and so save time in the construction programme. Manufactured from calcium sulphate, this robust partial-access raised floor system makes it easy to run … [Read more...]
British Gypsum Reveals New-look Website
Plaster and drylining manufacturer, British Gypsum, has launched a new website. Found at www.british-gypsum.com, the new-look site has been re-designed for straightforward navigation, helping customers find the information they need quickly and easily. One of the new features of the website is a handy product selector that helps users explore British Gypsum’s range of solutions. “When … [Read more...]
Isover Announces Student Design Competition Winners
Leading insulation manufacturer Saint-Gobain Isover has announced the UK winners of its prestigious design competition for architecture students. The annual Isover Multi-Comfort House Student Contest provides a showcase for British talent at undergraduate and post-graduate level and is internationally acclaimed by industry professionals. Teams from the University of Dundee and the University of … [Read more...]
Saint-gobain Isover Named As A ‘top Employer 2013
Leading insulation manufacturer, Isover, has been recognised as a ‘Top Employer 2013’, after parent company Saint-Gobain was awarded with the accolade by the CRF Institute. The research organisation, which identifies businesses with outstanding working practices, recognised Saint-Gobain and its companies for setting a precedent in working conditions and career opportunities. As part of the … [Read more...]
British Gypsum Launches New Thermal Laminates
British Gypsum has extended its internal lining laminate range with the launch of new Gyproc ThermaLine PIR. The highly efficient PIR foam and Gyproc plasterboard combination is designed to improve thermal insulation in both new and existing buildings. Designed to provide greater thermal performance at a lower thickness than standard laminates, Gyproc ThermaLine PIR is ideal for upgrading … [Read more...]
British Gypsum To Showcase Social Housing Solutions At Cih 2013
British Gypsum will provide an overview of its solutions for social housing at the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) Conference and Exhibition (25-27 June 2013, Manchester Central). On stand F37, the plaster, plasterboard and drylining manufacturer will showcase its portfolio including a number of cost-effective, hard-wearing plasters and plasterboards. Harjit Sandhu, residential sector … [Read more...]
Knauf Facades Future-Proofs Housing Development
The latest development by Family Mosaic Housing Association anticipates future standards of thermal performance thanks to the innovative 'through the wall' building facade system designed and supplied by Knauf Facades. Harper Road, a seven-storey development that is part of the regeneration of the Elephant and Castle area of Southwark in South London, has a U-value of 0.15W/m2K and so goes a … [Read more...]
British Gypsum Makes 1.6 Million Investment In Logistics
British Gypsum has made a £1.6m investment to drive health and safety improvements by upgrading its logistics operations at Barrow upon Soar, Leicestershire. The update includes the purchase of 58 state-of-the-art trailers and a new contract with logistics provider, DHL. The plaster, plasterboard and drylining manufacturer, part of the Saint-Gobain group, will be working with DHL to run the … [Read more...]
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